Ferry Host
| Posting date: | 09 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £26,403 to £26,824 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Bowness-On-Windermere, Windermere |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Westmorland and Furness Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | WMF2723e |
Summary
About this opportunity
Why not climb on board….and start a great new career on Windermere Ferry. We are offering part-time weekend shift work on the Ferry, known as “The Mallard” which runs in a stunning setting across Lake Windermere between Bowness and Hawkshead.
Who we are looking for
Committed and hardworking people to deliver a gold standard of customer service. This entails ensuring our passengers enjoy a welcoming positive experience by effectively communicating and interacting with them. You will assist them onboard, answer any queries and handle payments. You will be part of a small team keeping the Ferry tidy and demonstrating safe working practices. All staff will be provided with training and will also be joining the wider Highways operations Team maintaining Westmorland&Furness road network.
What we can offer you
Competitive rates of pay
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and development.
Various perks and discount schemes including: MyCumbria card; cycle to work scheme; Medicash plans and money off your phone contract.
Why not climb on board….and start a great new career on Windermere Ferry. We are offering part-time weekend shift work on the Ferry, known as “The Mallard” which runs in a stunning setting across Lake Windermere between Bowness and Hawkshead.
Who we are looking for
Committed and hardworking people to deliver a gold standard of customer service. This entails ensuring our passengers enjoy a welcoming positive experience by effectively communicating and interacting with them. You will assist them onboard, answer any queries and handle payments. You will be part of a small team keeping the Ferry tidy and demonstrating safe working practices. All staff will be provided with training and will also be joining the wider Highways operations Team maintaining Westmorland&Furness road network.
What we can offer you
Competitive rates of pay
Opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Excellent training and development.
Various perks and discount schemes including: MyCumbria card; cycle to work scheme; Medicash plans and money off your phone contract.